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Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

While the first name that comes to mind when thinking of bentwood furniture might be Thonet (maker of the iconic Thonet No. 14 chair or “bistro chair”), Michael Thonet and his subsequent studio, the Gebrüder Thonet (Thonet Brothers), had a strong competitor in 19th-century Vienna: Jacob & Josef Kohn (also referred to as J. & J. Kohn).

Founded in 1849 by a father and son with the motto “Be one step ahead,” Jacob & Josef Kohn created modern furniture for indoors and out from Austrian beech. At the turn of the 20th century, after establishing itself with mastery of everything from chairs to coatracks and even doll furniture, J. & J. Kohn began working closely with the Wiener Werkstätte, the artisan cooperative cofounded by Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann (Gustav Klimt and Koloman Moser were also members). Through this partnership, J. & J. Kohn produced an array of furniture in bentwood, cane and upholstery, which it sold through showrooms across Europe and North America. Its designs throughout the first decade of the 20th century reflect the Art Nouveau movement that was quickly gaining traction across Europe.

Price wars and mergers ensued during the First World War. Changes in the organizational structure of Thonet included a merger with Viennese company Mundus in the early 20th century, which followed Mundus’s becoming a majority stakeholder in J. & J. Kohn — these mergers yielded the formation of Mundus-Kohn and later, in 1922–23, Thonet-Mundus. The new conglomerate went on to produce examples of its bentwood furniture in keeping with the modern style of the Vienna Secession. While Thonet rebuilt, rebranded and expanded in the United States and elsewhere after World War II, J. & J. Kohn never produced furniture under that name again.

On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique J. & J. Kohn furniture including bentwood wingback chairs designed by Josef Hoffmann and other seating, side tables, beech nesting tables and more.

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Creator: Jacob and Josef Kohn
Rare & Early 1900's Pair of Josef Hoffmann Fledermaus Armchairs by J & J Kohn
Rare & Early 1900's Pair of Josef Hoffmann Fledermaus Armchairs by J & J Kohn

Rare & Early 1900's Pair of Josef Hoffmann Fledermaus Armchairs by J & J Kohn

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Oakland, CA

Pair of early 20th Century Josef Hoffman Fledermaus armchairs, constructed by Josef and Jacob Kohn of Austria. Newly upholstered in Josef Hoffmann designed linen fabric. The finish a...

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Fabric, Beech, Lacquer

Armchairs by Gustav Siegel for Kohn
Armchairs by Gustav Siegel for Kohn

Armchairs by Gustav Siegel for Kohn

By Gustav Siegel, Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Vienna, AT

Armchairs by Gustav Siegel for Kohn (model no. 715) Beech, bent wood, curved, brown stained. Inside of the seat ring inscribed.: J. & J. KOH...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Brass

Armchair by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob and Josef Kohn, Vienna
Armchair by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob and Josef Kohn, Vienna

Armchair by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob and Josef Kohn, Vienna

By Josef Hoffmann, Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Vienna, AT

Kohn catalog no 423 on the 1st picture chair which is already sold. The chair is still in original condition (pic.2,3) so you have the possibility to choose the color of the wood and fabric or leather. The price incl. shellack polish and traditionally upholstery with "Backhausen" fabric or leather. Delivery time about 4-6 weeks Lit. Giovanni Renzi, Il mobile moderno, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna, Jacob & Josef Kohn, Milano 2008, S. 226; Julio Vives Chillida, Jacob & Josef Kohn, Catalogo (estratto) dei mobili in legno curvato, ca. 1912, o. O. 2008, S. 2, Nr. 423 F u. C.; Ausst. Kat. Josef Hoffmann und sein Kreis, Galerie Alt Wien...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Beech, Bentwood

Jugendstil Vintage Armchairs Office Chair No 714 Jacob & Josef Kohn circa 1902
Jugendstil Vintage Armchairs Office Chair No 714 Jacob & Josef Kohn circa 1902

Jugendstil Vintage Armchairs Office Chair No 714 Jacob & Josef Kohn circa 1902

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Vienna, AT

Jugendstil armchairs model no 714 designed in Style Otto Wagner, and produced by Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1902. Documented in the company´s catalogue Kohn from 1903. The chairs were made out of mahogany stained beechwood and shellac hand polished. While the frame was made out of beechwood, the back and seat were made of perforated plywood...

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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Plywood, Beech

Vienna Secession Armchair by Jakob & Josef Kohn Nr. 67
Vienna Secession Armchair by Jakob & Josef Kohn Nr. 67

Vienna Secession Armchair by Jakob & Josef Kohn Nr. 67

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Vienna, AT

Beech bentwood frame with an embossed plywood seat and backrest. First time mentioned in the J. & J. Kohn catalog 1902 with the catalog no. 67. A beautiful original condition. A sui...

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Beech, Bentwood, Plywood

Jacob & Josef Kohn Secession Armchair, Vienna, 1930s
Jacob & Josef Kohn Secession Armchair, Vienna, 1930s

Jacob & Josef Kohn Secession Armchair, Vienna, 1930s

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Praha, CZ

Elegant Secession armchair by Jacob & Josef Kohn, Vienna, 1930s. Labeled example from the historic bentwood manufacturer closely associated with early modern Central European design....

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1930s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Leather, Wood, Beech

No. 715 Pair Of Armchairs by Gustav Siegel for Jacob & Josef Kohn, Vienna 19
No. 715 Pair Of Armchairs by Gustav Siegel for Jacob & Josef Kohn, Vienna 19

No. 715 Pair Of Armchairs by Gustav Siegel for Jacob & Josef Kohn, Vienna 19

By Gustav Siegel, Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Budapest, HU

A pair of bentwood armchairs, model 715/F, conceived by Gustav Siegel in 1899 and produced by Jacob & Josef Kohn in Vienna around 1905. The chairs measure 76.5 cm in height, 53 cm in...

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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Beech

Chairs by Gustav Siegel for Kohn
Chairs by Gustav Siegel for Kohn

Chairs by Gustav Siegel for Kohn

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Gustav Siegel

Located in Vienna, AT

Armchairs by Gustav Siegel for Kohn (model no. 715). Beech, bentwood, brown stained. J. & J. Kohn /Teschen-Austria (punch mark) six pieces, ...

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Leather, Beech, Bentwood

Office chair nr.327 by Kolo Moser for J.J.Kohn
Office chair nr.327 by Kolo Moser for J.J.Kohn

Office chair nr.327 by Kolo Moser for J.J.Kohn

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Koloman Moser

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

A rare and highly collectible example of Vienna Secessionist furniture design. This elegant armchair, Model No. 327, was manufactured by the renowned firm Jacob & Josef Kohn around 1...

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Pair of Wiener Werkstatte armchairs by Koloman Moser for J & J Kohn, Austria
Pair of Wiener Werkstatte armchairs by Koloman Moser for J & J Kohn, Austria

Pair of Wiener Werkstatte armchairs by Koloman Moser for J & J Kohn, Austria

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Koloman Moser

Located in New York City, NY

A fine pair of Austrian Secessionist bentwood chairs in walnut stained beechwood with upholstered seat and back. Designed by Koloman Moser: March 30, 1868 – October 18, 1918 Manu...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Beech

Secession Armchair by Josef Hoffmann
Secession Armchair by Josef Hoffmann

Secession Armchair by Josef Hoffmann

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Secession armchair by Josef Hoffmann professionally stained and repolished. Signed J&J Kohn Teschen Austria.

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Bentwood

1910s Office Armchair J&J Kohn Nr.704 and Side/Coffe Table, Czechoslovakia
1910s Office Armchair J&J Kohn Nr.704 and Side/Coffe Table, Czechoslovakia

1910s Office Armchair J&J Kohn Nr.704 and Side/Coffe Table, Czechoslovakia

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Praha, CZ

- Carefully refurbished and finished with shellac - Chair is labeled by producer - Table Diameter: 72 x 68.

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1910s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Wood

Austrian armchair by Jacob e Josef Kohn, 1930s
Austrian armchair by Jacob e Josef Kohn, 1930s

Austrian armchair by Jacob e Josef Kohn, 1930s

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in MIlano, IT

Austrian armchair by Jacob e Josef Kohn, 1930s Armchair or chair with armrest, with Vienna straw seat and backrest. The frame and curved armrests are made of wood. Round section legs...

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1930s Austrian Vintage Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Straw, Wood

Rare and Important "Ohrenbackensessel" Chair by Josef Hoffmann
Rare and Important "Ohrenbackensessel" Chair by Josef Hoffmann

Rare and Important "Ohrenbackensessel" Chair by Josef Hoffmann

By Josef Hoffmann, Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare and important Josef Hoffmann "Ohrenbackensessel" Chair by J & J Kohn Vienna, 1903 Having a stained beech bentwood frame, and period reproduction fabric in excellent condition. Possibly the finest example of its kind in existence. From the estate of famed antiques dealer Amy...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood, Bentwood

Pair of Austrian Bentwood Beech Wood Armchairs
Pair of Austrian Bentwood Beech Wood Armchairs

Pair of Austrian Bentwood Beech Wood Armchairs

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Austrian Bentwood (Secessionist) beech wood Armchairs with slat design & upholstered seat & back (J&J KOHN paper label under seat) (Matching loveseat: JOH021)

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20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Upholstery, Beech

Jacob & Josef Kohn Wien #18, 1/2 design
Jacob & Josef Kohn Wien #18, 1/2 design

Jacob & Josef Kohn Wien #18, 1/2 design

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Very nice J&J Kohn 18, 1/2 model armchair. J&J was the main contender to Thonet and the two companies always competed and there involved in legal proce...

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1880s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Beech, Wood

Very rare armchairs nr.813 /1F by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob Josef Kohn
Very rare armchairs nr.813 /1F by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob Josef Kohn

Very rare armchairs nr.813 /1F by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob Josef Kohn

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Very rare armchairs nr.813 /1F by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob Josef Kohn in very good original condition.

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1910s German Vienna Secession Vintage Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Beech, Bentwood

Pair of Austrian Secessionist Bentwood Open Armchairs
Pair of Austrian Secessionist Bentwood Open Armchairs

Pair of Austrian Secessionist Bentwood Open Armchairs

By Gustav Siegel, Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in NYC, NY

A Classic pair of Austrian Secessionist bentwood open armchairs. The legs ending in brass sabots. Paper label and also stamped JJ Kohn underside.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Brass

Vienna Secession Armchairs & Settee by Jakob & Josef Kohn Design Josef Hoffmann
Vienna Secession Armchairs & Settee by Jakob & Josef Kohn Design Josef Hoffmann

Vienna Secession Armchairs & Settee by Jakob & Josef Kohn Design Josef Hoffmann

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Vigonza, Padua

A refined and historically significant Vienna Secession seating ensemble, comprising a pair of armchairs and a matching settee, produced by Jakob & Josef Kohn and attributed to a d...

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20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Leather, Walnut

Jacob & Josef Kohn Vienna Art Nouveau Armchair No. 412 by Otto Wagner, 1904
Jacob & Josef Kohn Vienna Art Nouveau Armchair No. 412 by Otto Wagner, 1904

Jacob & Josef Kohn Vienna Art Nouveau Armchair No. 412 by Otto Wagner, 1904

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Otto Wagner

Located in Lucenec, SK

Design created by Otto Wagner (1841-1918) and manufactured by Jacob & Josef Kohn Manufactory. Beechwood / mahogany stained / brass / seat covered with new fabric and horizontal brass...

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Early 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Brass

Armchair J&J Kohn Nr.327 designed by Koloman Moser, since 1902
Armchair J&J Kohn Nr.327 designed by Koloman Moser, since 1902

Armchair J&J Kohn Nr.327 designed by Koloman Moser, since 1902

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Koloman Moser

Located in Praha, CZ

Vienna Secession, design attributed to Kolo Moser. In Kohn catalogues since 1902. In nice original condition, solid and compact. Minor repairs made. Perfectly cleaned and polished wi...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Beech, Bentwood

Pair of mod 719 armchairs designed by Koloman Moser for J & J Kohn, Austria
Pair of mod 719 armchairs designed by Koloman Moser for J & J Kohn, Austria

Pair of mod 719 armchairs designed by Koloman Moser for J & J Kohn, Austria

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Koloman Moser

Located in Firenze, FI

These model 719 armchairs, designed by Koloman Moser for the firm J. & J. Kohn in 1902, are an outstanding example of the innovative elegance of Viennese Art Nouveau. Made of curved ...

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Brass

Armchair (6) — Adolf Loos — Café Capua
Armchair (6) — Adolf Loos — Café Capua

Armchair (6) — Adolf Loos — Café Capua

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Adolf Loos

Located in Budapest, HU

Adolf Loos Café Capua Armchairs by J.J. Kohn, c. 1900–1910 These Café Capua armchairs, designed by the renowned Austrian architect Adolf Loos and produced by J.J. Kohn between 1900 ...

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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Leather, Beech

Corner chair no.6 by J&J Kohn
Corner chair no.6 by J&J Kohn

Corner chair no.6 by J&J Kohn

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Corner chair no.6 by J&J Kohn. Professionally stained and repolished.

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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Elephant Desk Chair by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn
Elephant Desk Chair by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn

Elephant Desk Chair by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn

By Josef Hoffmann, Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Elephant desk chair by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn professionally stained and repolished.

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Bentwood

Jugendstil armchairs by J&J Kohn
Jugendstil armchairs by J&J Kohn

Jugendstil armchairs by J&J Kohn

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Jugendstil armchairs by J&J Kohn in original condition with signs of use.

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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Beech, Bentwood

Curved Wood Armchair from Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1890s
Curved Wood Armchair from Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1890s

Curved Wood Armchair from Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1890s

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Curved Wood Armchair from Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1890s Bentwood furniture manufacturer Jacob & Josef Koh Sold as is . Restoration and damage detail...

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19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Bentwood

J. & J. Kohn Bentwood Armchair with Rattan Seat and Back, Austria , circa 1900
J. & J. Kohn Bentwood Armchair with Rattan Seat and Back, Austria , circa 1900

J. & J. Kohn Bentwood Armchair with Rattan Seat and Back, Austria , circa 1900

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Beirut, LB

An elegant bentwood armchair by the renowned Austrian manufacturer J&J Kohn, dating to the turn of the 20th century. This chair features the iconic steam-bent beechwood frame with a ...

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20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Rattan, Bentwood

Very rare armchairs nr.813 /1F by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob Josef Kohn
Very rare armchairs nr.813 /1F by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob Josef Kohn

Very rare armchairs nr.813 /1F by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob Josef Kohn

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Very rare armchairs nr.813 /1F by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob Josef Kohn in original vintage condition.

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1910s German Jugendstil Vintage Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Beech, Bentwood

J & J kohn , blackened wooden armchair, openwork backrest, circa 1880
J & J kohn , blackened wooden armchair, openwork backrest, circa 1880

J & J kohn , blackened wooden armchair, openwork backrest, circa 1880

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Mouscron, WHT

J & J kohn , blackened wooden armchair, openwork backrest, circa 1880

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Late 19th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Armchairs

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Beech

Jacob And Josef Kohn armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Jacob and Josef Kohn armchairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Jacob and Josef Kohn armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original armchairs by Jacob and Josef Kohn were created in the Art Nouveau style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider armchairs by Otto Wagner, Gustav Siegel, and Josef Hoffmann. Prices for Jacob and Josef Kohn armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $445 and can go as high as $28,360, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,468.